We lift up this heavy burden before the Lord, for the injustice and exploitation faced by many employees is a grievous sin in His sight. The Scriptures are clear that God detests unfair scales and deceitful practices, and He commands just treatment for all workers. *"You shall not oppress a hired servant who is poor and needy, whether he is one of your brothers or one of the foreigners who are in your land within your gates. You shall give him his wages in his day before the sun goes down, for he is poor and sets his heart on it; lest he cry against you to Yahweh, and it be sin to you"* (Deuteronomy 24:14-15). Yet we see employers withholding wages, overworking employees without fair compensation, and dismissing them unjustly—treating them as disposable rather than as image-bearers of God.
This exploitation is not only a violation of labor rights but a direct rebellion against God’s command to love our neighbors as ourselves (Mark 12:31). The Lord sees the affliction of His people, and He hears their cries. *"The Lord says, ‘I have surely seen the affliction of my people who are in Egypt, and have heard their cry because of their taskmasters, for I know their sorrows. I have come down to deliver them'"* (Exodus 3:7-8). Though this passage speaks of Israel’s bondage, it reveals God’s heart for the oppressed—He is not indifferent to their suffering.
We pray for the hearts of these employers to be convicted by the Holy Spirit. May they realize that their greed and cruelty will not go unanswered before the Lord. *"Don’t be deceived. God is not mocked, for whatever a man sows, that he will also reap"* (Galatians 6:7). Let them repent and turn from their wicked ways, for the Lord is merciful to those who humble themselves. We ask that You, O God, expose these unjust practices and bring them to an end. Raise up advocates, just laws, and courageous leaders who will stand against such exploitation.
For the employees who are suffering, we pray for strength, provision, and justice. May they find comfort in knowing that God sees their hardship and will vindicate them. *"The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a refuge in times of trouble"* (Psalm 9:9). We ask that You provide for their needs—financially, emotionally, and spiritually—as they seek fair treatment. Give them wisdom to navigate these trials and the courage to speak out against injustice when possible.
We also pray for those in authority over labor laws and workplace regulations. May they act with integrity and enforce justice, ensuring that no worker is exploited or treated as less than human. *"Learn to do well. Seek justice. Relieve the oppressed. Judge the fatherless. Plead for the widow"* (Isaiah 1:17).
Finally, we declare that no system of oppression will prevail against the will of God. The Lord is a God of justice, and He will not allow the wicked to triumph forever. *"The Lord loves righteousness and justice. The earth is full of his loving kindness"* (Psalm 33:5). We trust in His timing and His ways, even as we cry out for His intervention.
In the mighty name of Jesus, who came to set the captives free, we pray. Amen.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. 
